Holmes claimed Theranos could do “more than 1,000 tests”—it did 12
Jury hears first words from Elizabeth Holmes, and they’re pretty damning. Enlarge / Elizabeth Holmes, founder of Theranos Inc., left, arrives at federal court in San Jose, Calif., on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021. (credit: David Paul Morri.....»»
Nikola founder Trevor Milton seeks probation after fraud conviction
Trevor Milton, the convicted founder of electric- and hydrogen-powered truck maker Nikola, is seeking to avoid prison, with his lawyers saying his case differed from that of Theranos' Elizabeth Holmes, another startup founder convicted of fraud......»»
Space companies say ASAT tests threaten economic development
"I'm hoping that more companies will be able to join as time goes on." Enlarge / Anti-satellite weapons from Mission Shakti are displayed during Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2020 in New Delhi, India. (credit: Ramesh Pathani.....»»
"Forever chemicals" blood tests in Belgium over polluted water
Belgium's southern Wallonia region pledged Tuesday to offer free blood tests for residents to measure their possible exposure to PFAS "forever chemicals" amid a scandal over polluted drinking water......»»
Brazil Regulator Claims “80% of Pirate TV Boxes” Were Blocked Last Week
Brazil's telecoms regulator Anatel claims that during an operation last week, it successfully blocked around 80% of pirate 'TV boxes' in the country. Estimates from early 2023 suggest that seven million were active in Brazil. The operation, claimed t.....»»
Here’s How the Pixel 8 did in DXOMARK’s Camera Tests
We finally got the much-awaited DXOMARK scores for the base model Pixel 8, which yielded some surprising results. The post Here’s How the Pixel 8 did in DXOMARK’s Camera Tests appeared first on Phandroid. The launch of the Pixe.....»»
The Vision Pro is the wrong product at the wrong time for Apple
Apple’s rollout of the Vision Pro could hamper its sales, a report has claimed, with a high price and in-person appointments adding to the sales friction......»»
Free OWC Drive Speed app tests video transfers for iPhone videographers
OWC has introduced a new iOS app called OWC Drive Speed, designed to track transfer rates between iPhones and external storage devices for mobile videographers.OWC Drive Speed appThe inclusion of USB-C in the iPhone by Apple has paved the way for new.....»»
AI helps 3D printers “write” with coiling fluid ropes like Jackson Pollock
Reinforcement learning lets 3D printers exploit, not suppress, coiling instabilities. Enlarge / Jackson Pollock working in his Long Island studio adjacent to his home in 1949. (credit: Martha Holmes/The LIFE Picture Collection v.....»»
First M3 benchmarks show big speed improvements over M2
At its event on Monday evening, Apple unveiled the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips, and recent benchmark tests have provided data to support Apple's claims for speed.Apple revealed the next generation of Mac processorsApple revealed the new M3 chip seri.....»»
Vast destruction, 39 dead in Mexico after Acapulco hurricane
Acapulco was struggling Saturday to recover from the extraordinarily powerful Hurricane Otis, which claimed 39 lives and provoked widespread power, water and telephone outages......»»
The Pixel 8 Pro’s display trumps Apple and Samsung in power efficiency
Recent tests have revealed that the Pixel 8 Pro’s display is pretty power efficient, compared to its predecessors and its competitors. The post The Pixel 8 Pro’s display trumps Apple and Samsung in power efficiency appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Sketchy MacBook Pro box image posted on Weibo following Apple event announcement
A claimed image of a new MacBook Pro box has been posted to Chinese social media, following the announcement of an upcoming Mac-focused Apple event … more….....»»
New M3 MacBook Pro box may have been leaked
An unverifiable source has shown what they claim is a photo of the box for a new, as yet unannounced MacBook Pro.The claimed new MacBook Pro boxApple is certain to be releasing Macs at its forthcoming "Scary Fast" event, not least given the prominent.....»»
Carbon-neutral Apple Watch claims rejected as bogus: Term will be banned in Europe
Last month’s Apple event included the announcement of what the company claimed were two carbon-neutral Apple Watches, the Series 9 and Ultra 2. But that claim has today been rejected as “bogus” by the European consumer organization BEUC. The.....»»
NASA tests 8-rotor Dragonfly drone destined for Titan
Dragonfly is set to become the first multi-rotor aircraft to fly on another celestial body when it reaches Saturn's largest moon, Titan, in 2034......»»
Does A Heated Chamber Make Your 3D Prints Stronger?
Stefan tests this age old question and brings the receipts to back up his answers. In short, yes, if your material likes it. The post Does A Heated Chamber Make Your 3D Prints Stronger? appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Larger 32-inch iMac Pro rumored to hit store shelves in late 2024
The long-rumored large-screen iMac is still on the way, with a release now rumored for late 2024.24-inch iMacSince the retirement of the iMac Pro, the rumor mill has repeatedly claimed that a large iMac was on the way, with it amping up after the rel.....»»
Quantum computers in 2023: How they work, what they do, and where they"re heading
In June, an IBM computing executive claimed quantum computers were entering the "utility" phase, in which high-tech experimental devices become useful. In September, Australia's Chief Scientist Cathy Foley went so far as to declare "the dawn of the q.....»»
Want a new iMac? It’s just been delayed to 2024, says analyst
Don’t expect a new 24-inch iMac this year, as an analyst has claimed it’ll launch in 2024. Apple will also release a new, larger iMac in 2025, they say......»»
Math disabilities hold many students back. Schools often don"t screen for them
Laura Jackson became seriously concerned about her daughter and math when the girl was in third grade. While many of her classmates flew through multiplication tests, Jackson's daughter relied on her fingers to count, had difficulty reading clocks an.....»»